Give kids a healthy start
By Tanya Remer Altmann, MD Special to the Thousand Oaks Acorn
      Just as important as a new winter coat, festive decorations, family gatherings and resolutions this holiday season, a physical exam will help prepare your child or teen for a healthy year ahead. School requirements have changed, and many important immunizations are required prior to entering school to protect against harmful and potentially deadly disease.
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Saving lives one drop at a time
      In three seconds
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Blood donations needed during the holiday season
      Blood donations traditionally decline during the holiday season, raising concerns for the local blood supply, according to United Blood Services Central Coast. Each day, about 270 units of blood products are needed to maintain an adequate supply for those needing blood. During Thanksgiving week, daily blood donations averaged just 189 units.
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Synergy HomeCare opens in Ventura
      Richard Seron recently opened California
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ALS support group to meet
      The Greater Los Angeles chapter of the ALS Association will have a support group meeting from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sat., Dec. 16. It will be held at the Westlake Village Community Room, 31200 Oak Crest Drive, Westlake Village. The meeting is free. The group offers support for people with ALS, their families and friends.
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